Bramley Court care home in Histon has been recognised in the 2026 Dementia Care Awards for its “compassion and creativity” towards those living with dementia.
The awards, which aim to celebrate the dedication of individuals and teams improving the lives of people living with dementia, were held in London on 24 June.
The care home in Chivers Way won the Living Well with Dementia Coproduction and Partnership Award which recognises innovation that supports and involves individuals living with dementia.
“Bursting with pride”
The award judges praised Bramley Court’s “exceptional compassion, creativity and commitment” to “ensuring people living with dementia continue to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives.”
A spokesperson for Bramley Court said: “We are bursting with pride for every single member of our Bramley family who strive to love, care and support our residents day and night.
“This award is recognition for the whole team who work to provide the best home and community for our loved ones to live well, feel safe, loved and valued”.
Residents’ memory garden a hit with Open Gardens visitors
Bramley Court residents welcomed the local community into their much-loved garden as part of H&I’s 10th Open Gardens event.
Residents showcased the home’s wrap-around garden, designed with inclusivity and accessibility in mind, and raised over £300 through donations and by serving afternoon tea on the day.
Keen gardener and resident Jenny Phillips who was one of the founding members of Open Gardens when the event first took place in 2007 said: “It was wonderful to be part of Open Gardens again. The gardens here are a joy and we were pleased to share them with our friends and neighbours.”
Sensory space
The care home’s outdoor space includes wheelchair-friendly raised beds, sensory planting such as herbs and fragrant roses, and mobile gardens in wheelbarrows which can be moved around the home, allowing residents to enjoy nature from their rooms, balconies or outdoor seating areas.
Residents work closely with the home’s gardener Jen Lumb to ensure the garden reflects their personalities, memories and interests, and traditional cottage garden planting is used to spark reminiscence and conversation.
Jen said: “The Bramley garden is very much a team effort. Residents regularly share ideas and memories, which inspires what we plant and create”.
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